An Algorithm for Computing Optimal Earth Centered Orbit Transfers via Lunar Gravity Assist

An algorithm is presented that automates the computation of transfer trajectories between two Earth centered orbits using one Lunar yby. Such an algorithm is useful for real-world situations in which a satellite is in one orbit, and a solution must quickly be found to transfer the satellite to another orbit. The ability to rapidly scan and compare solution types is critical in such situations. An implementation of this algorithm is also presented to showcase its exibility in solving problems with various relative congurations between initial, nal, and lunar orbits.